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Vivitar DVR 1240HD User Manual

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DVR 1240HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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Vivitar DVR 1240HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVivitar
ModelDVR 1240HD
CategoryDigital camcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

What's Included

Lists the items provided with the digital camcorder, including the device, battery, cables, and software.

Parts of the Camcorder

Initial Camcorder Setup

Installing the Battery

Details how to properly insert and charge the camcorder's lithium battery for first-time use.

Installing the SD Memory Card

Instructions for correctly inserting the Micro SD card into the camcorder's memory card slot.

Powering ON the Camcorder

Steps to turn on the camcorder by flipping open the LCD screen and pressing the power button.

Setting the Camcorder Language

Guide to selecting the initial preferred language for the camcorder's interface.

Setting the Date and Time

Instructions for setting the camcorder's date and time during the initial setup process.

Setting the ViviLink Default Option

Configuration of the default social network destination for photos and videos.

Main Camcorder Modes

Video Capture Mode

Details how to record videos using the camcorder, including starting and stopping.

Photo Capture Mode

Instructions on how to capture still images with the digital camcorder.

Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)

How to view and manage recorded photos and videos from the memory card.

Camcorder Technical Specifications

Computer System Requirements

Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder

Changing Modes

Navigating the Menus

Home Menus

Accessing camcorder modes and settings via the Home screen menu options.

Camcorder Mode Menus

Accessing menus specific to each camcorder mode (Video, Photo, Playback).

Accessing the Camcorder Mode Menus: SET Button

Using the SET button and direction controls to navigate camcorder menus.

Camcorder Setup Menus

Camcorder Options: LED Light, Quick Function Buttons, Display

LED Flash Light Option

How to use the two LED lights on the front for illumination in dark situations.

Quick Function Buttons

Explanation of the four-directional pad and other quick function buttons for control.

Video Capture Mode

Taking a Video

Step-by-step guide to recording video footage, including using zoom and the shutter button.

Taking Videos using the Flip LCD Screen

Instructions for recording videos of yourself using the flip LCD screen.

Video Capture Mode Menus

Details the various menu options available in Video Capture Mode for settings like Scene and Resolution.

Video Capture Mode Menus: Settings

Scene Menu

Options for setting scene modes like Auto, Portrait, Night Scenery, and Beach.

Resolution Menu

Settings for image resolution (e.g., 1080P, 720P, VGA) affecting file size and quality.

Quality Menu

Options to adjust image quality (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) affecting file size and detail.

ViviLink Menu (for Videos)

Configuring video uploads to social networks like YouTube, Photobucket, or Flickr.

AWB (White Level) Menu

Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction based on lighting conditions.

Color Menu

Applying color effects like Standard, Sepia, Monochrome, or Vivid to images.

Sharpness Menu

Adjusting the sharpness level of captured images for more or less distinct edges.

Exposure Menu

Controls the amount of light entering the lens for proper exposure in varying light.

ISO Menu

Adjusting light sensitivity for different lighting conditions, affecting image quality.

Metering Menu

Settings for how the camera focuses and meters light for image capture.

Video Playback Mode

Playing Videos on Your Camera

How to select and play video files from the camera's memory card.

Thumbnail View

Navigating and selecting media using thumbnail previews displayed in a matrix.

Delete Menu

Options for deleting single or all media files (videos and photos) from the camcorder.

ViviLink Menu (for Videos)

Configuring video uploads to social networks like YouTube, Photobucket, or Flickr.

Lock

Protecting files from deletion or alteration by locking them.

Photo Capture Mode

Taking a Picture

Step-by-step guide to capturing still photographs using the camcorder.

Taking a Self Portrait Picture

How to take photos of yourself using the flip LCD screen for framing.

Photo Capture Mode Menus

Details the various menu options available in Photo Capture Mode for settings.

Photo Capture Mode Menus: Settings

Scene Menu

Options for setting scene modes like Auto, Portrait, Night Scenery, and Beach.

Resolution Menu

Settings for image resolution (e.g., 12M, 5M) affecting file size and quality.

Quality Menu

Options to adjust image quality (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) affecting file size.

ViviLink Menu (for Photos)

Configuring photo uploads to social networks like Facebook, Flickr, or MySpace.

Self-Timer Menu

Setting a delay between pressing the shutter and capturing the photo.

Anti-Shake Menu

Reducing image blur caused by camera shake during capture.

Face-Detect Menu

Automatically adjusts focus and color based on subject's face for sharp images.

White Level Menu

Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction based on lighting conditions.

Color Menu

Applying color effects like Standard, Sepia, Monochrome, or Vivid to images.

Continue Shot Menu

Taking multiple rapid snapshots with a single click of the shutter button.

Sharpness Menu

Adjusting the sharpness level of captured images for more or less distinct edges.

Exposure Menu

Controls the amount of light entering the lens for proper exposure in varying light.

ISO Menu

Adjusting light sensitivity for different lighting conditions, affecting image quality.

Metering Menu

Settings for how the camera focuses and meters light for image capture.

Photo Playback Mode

Viewing Photos on Your Camera

How to select and view photo files from the camera's memory card.

Zooming In/Out of your selected Photo

Adjusting magnification for viewing photos using zoom buttons or on-screen controls.

Print Photos

Instructions for printing photos directly from the camera to a Pictbridge compatible printer.

Photo Playback Mode Menus

Details the various menu options available in Photo Playback Mode.

Delete All Images Menu

Options for deleting single or all media files (videos and photos) from the camcorder.

ViviLink Menu (for Photos)

Configuring photo uploads to social networks like Facebook, Flickr, or MySpace.

Rotate Menu

Rotating captured photos by 90 degrees clockwise.

Crop Image Menu

Editing photos by cropping them to a desired size or area.

Camera Setup

Language Menu

Selecting the preferred language for the camcorder interface.

Date Menu

Setting the date and time for image timestamps and file organization.

Silent Mode Menu

Disabling camera sound effects for quiet operation, excluding self-timer beeps.

Auto Off Menu

Configuring the automatic power-off timer to conserve battery life.

Frequency Menu

Adjusting electrical frequency for compatibility with fluorescent lighting.

Format Menu

Permanently deleting all content from the camcorder's memory card.

Default Menu

Resetting camera settings to their original factory default values.

TV Out Menu

Slide Show

Power Off

Connecting the Digital Camcorder to the TV

Installing the Software

Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer

Getting Photos and Videos from Your Camcorder to Your Computer

Get Started!

Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually

Transferring Photos and Videos: WINDOWS

Manual process for transferring files from the camcorder to a Windows PC.

Transferring Photos and Videos: MACINTOSH

Manual process for transferring files from the camcorder to a Macintosh computer.

Apple iPad Camera Connection

Importing photos/videos to an iPad using connectors or SD card readers.

Camcorder Maintenance

Sakar Warranty Card

Technical Support

Troubleshooting

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